Sharpnose Pufferfish
Canthigaster rostrataThey are named for their ability to inflate themselves to several times their normal size by swallowing water or air when threatened. They have small, almost sandpaper-like spines. The Sharpnose is a small fish of only about 4 inches in length when full grown. Look for them hiding near erect sponges and sea plumes, mangrove roots and sea grass beds.
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